It Can't Hurt To Ask

How do you support your child through their first big friendships, growing independence and never-ending questions while also navigating your own parenting triggers?

Welcome to episode 7 of Parents' Group, season 4 of It Can’t Hurt to Ask, a podcast by Queensland Health. This week, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin explore the wild ride that is parenting a three-to-four-year-old, from kindy transitions and emotional blow-ups to red...

How do you talk to your two-year-old about emotions and discipline while barely managing your own meltdown?

Welcome to Episode 6 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of It Can't Hurt To Ask by Queensland Health. This week, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin unpack the chaos and connection that comes with parenting a two-to-three-year-old, from public tantrums and constant 'but why?' questions to emotional breakthroughs and bedtime battles.

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Is your toddler finding their independence while you’re still figuring out yours?

In Episode 5 of Parent’s Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask, your hosts Caitlin, Steph and Alex explore the one-to-two-year mark; a time full of transitions, tug-of-war feelings, and late-night comparisons.

Clinical Nurse Megan is back to talk about returning to work, toddler separation anxiety, navigating guilt, and why your connection matters mor...

What happens when your baby starts moving, and your sense of identity starts shifting?

In Episode 4 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask by Queensland Health, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin talk about the 3–12 month stage of parenting: the joy, the overstimulation, and the weird feeling of not quite recognising yourself anymore.

Child Health Nurse Megan joins us to explain what emotional development looks like in b...

The 'fourth trimester' is real—and it’s a rollercoaster.

In Episode 3 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask by Queensland Health, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin talk about the first three months of life with a newborn. From sleep deprivation and birth trauma, to bonding with your baby and adjusting to new identities, this episode unpacks why early parenting can feel beautiful, brutal, and everything in between.

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Pregnancy is often associated with glowing skin and cute baby bumps—but what about when it feels more like nausea, anxiety, and endless 3am Google searches?

In Episode 2 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin talk about pregnancy and mental wellbeing. From morning sickness and mood swings to bonding with your baby before they’re born, this episode explores the emotional side of pregna...

What if there was a parents' group you could join from anywhere... one that was honest, supportive, and always had a laugh (or a cry) when you needed it most?

In Episode 1 of Parent’s Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask by Queensland Health, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin kick off the season by welcoming you into this virtual parent’s group. Together, they share their own parenting journeys — the highs, the challenges, and t...

It Can't Hurt To Ask is back!

This season, we’re diving into the different challenges each stage of parenthood presents — from pregnancy through to the preschool years.  

You'll hear real stories from Queensland mums and dads navigating the ups and downs of early parenthood, alongside expert clinicians sharing practical advice, insights and answers to the questions, concerns and curiosities every parent has.

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This season of It Can't Hurt To Ask, we're taking a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.

In this episode we're exploring how you can say fit, strong, and resilient as you age. Whether you're 25 or 45, it's never too early to start laying the foundations for healthy ageing.

Our featured expert is Dr Eric Chung, professor of surgery at the University of Queensland and a consultant urologist at the Princess Alexandra...

This season of It Can't Hurt To Ask, we're taking a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.

This episode, we’re talking about chronic conditions—complex health conditions that can be long term or lifelong—and how genes and lifestyle can increase or decrease a man's risk.

Chronic conditions are the leading cause of illness, disability and death in Australia, where over half of our population lives with at least one. T...

[Content warning: This episode contains discussions about drug and alcohol use. Substance use is nuanced with many contributing factors which cannot be fully covered in this episode.]

Join us for season 3 of It Can't Hurt To Ask to take a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.

This episode, we're tackling substance use—alcohol and drugs, including performance drugs.

You'll hear from our expert, Advance Peer Worker, ...

This season of It Can't Hurt To Ask, we're taking a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.

This episode, we’re talking about men’s sexual health, function and fertility. Our featured expert is urologist and Professor of Surgery, Dr Eric Chung, who shares his deep knowledge of what affects men’s sexual and reproductive health.

You'll also hear from Queensland men, Phoenix and Greg, who asks what happens to your sexua...

[Content warning: This episode mentions mental health, suicide and suicide ideation.]

Join us for season 3 of It Can't Hurt To Ask to take a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.

This episode, we're tackling the big topic of men's mental health. We're working out our brains with experts, Mental Health Acute Inpatient Service (MHAIS) Clinical Nurse, Sam, and MHAIS Senior Exercise Physiologist, Matt, who'll take us t...

It Can't Hurt To Ask is back. This season we're taking a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.

We're starting this season by tackling the big topic of risk taking and injury. You'll hear from our expert, emergency department physician Dr Tigue Tozer, who'll take us through why men take more risks, common injuries and how you recover and build your resilience. 

You'll also hear from Queensland men, Ka...

It Can't Hurt To Ask is back.

This season will focus on all things men's health. You'll hear real stories from Queensland men, along with expert clinicians offering advice, insights, and answers to all your health questions, concerns, and curiosities.

From hacking your physical performance to optimising injury recovery, future-proofing your body to staying mentally fit, our new podcast will answer everything you wanted to know about ...

How can my partner support me during menopause? Can menopause be a positive experience? Where do I go for help or more information about menopause? Listen to find out.

Welcome to the final episode of the season. Leading endocrinologist, Dr Christina Jang shares the best ways to get information and support during all stages of menopause. This is also helpful for partners, family and friends, so encourage them to listen.

Our anonym...

What is Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT)? Is it right for me? Is it safe? What are some alternatives to MHT if I can't have it?

In this episode, leading endocrinologist Dr Christina Jang will walk you through everything you need to know about Menopausal Hormone Therapy.

Alice, from our second episode, joins us again to talk about her menopausal symptoms and how MHT helps to keep her 'on an even keel'.

If you haven't already, p...

How can menopause affect my personal and work relationships? I don't feel like having sex, is that normal? What can I do to help deal with the stress of menopause?

In this episode, leading endocrinologist Dr Christina Jang talks about the effects menopause can have on daily life, work, relationships and sex.

We're also joined again by Michelle, who talks more about her experiences of dealing with menopause at work. Then we welcome He...

When does menopause start? Are menopause symptoms different to perimenopause symptoms? What does a hot flush feel like? Listen to find out. 

This episode is all about the actual menopause, or final menstrual period. Leading endocrinologist, Dr Christina Jang explains what it's like transitioning from perimenopause into menopause, including the varying symptoms you may experience.

Teacher and children's party performer, Michelle,...